Health & Fitness

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one cause of death globally. Study shows that with certain precautions, one can significantly lower the risk of having a heart attack. A description of the causes, symptoms, preventive measures and other important facts about heart diseases has been provided below. What are heart …

CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. It is a First Aid, life-saving emergency procedure carried out to keep the victim’s brain functioning until further medical assistance is available. CPR is performed on people who are unresponsive with no breathing. If performed correctly, it greatly increases the victim’s chances of survival. If …

Amidst the endless sea of supplements and alternative foods, many have been let down by the subpar results. Consumers have tried everything from losing weight to having better skin, hair, or nails. But do we focus on what really matters regarding our health? Food cultivated through organic farming can be …

“Time and health are two precious assets that we don’t recognize and appreciate until they have been depleted,” said Denis Waitley. The rainy season means a sprinkle of romance with a splash of fun, but staying healthy in such unpredictable seasons should still be a priority. The change of weather …

Oiling hair is a common cultural practice in Bangladesh. We have seen our parents do it, we have seen our siblings do it, and now that we are of age, we do it too because it is essential to keep our hair healthy. Now with VAHO (Value Added Hair Oil) …

Hypertension is just another name for high blood pressure. As we all know, high blood pressure leads to multiple health problems, namely heart diseases, increased chances of stroke, and a host of health complications. High stress and unhealthy lifestyle and bad eating habits all contribute to hypertension, or high blood …

“I don’t sleep until sehri because I am either praying or working — and by the time I manage to fall asleep, it is time to wake up,” says 25-year-old corporate beginner Aneela. Many of us face similar situations during Ramadan as heat and hunger sap us of our energy, …